2009 GMS Roundup: Dating

The Desire Discrepancy: GMS Dating Results

According to this year's Great Male Survey, 76% of men believe that couples with healthy sex lives have sex multiple times a week, but only 33% of men actually have sex that frequently, which means a solid 43% of the male population would be happier with a significant increase in sexual activity. Based on these statistics, it’s unsurprising that 96% of men consider sex to be important or crucial in a relationship.

Tradition in relationships

When it comes to dating, the Great Male Survey suggests that men are a little more old-school than some might believe. Even in this troubled economy, a whopping 85% of men believe that it’s the man’s job to pay for dates — at least until a more permanent relationship is established.

And for those who characterize men as promiscuous commitment-phobes, the Great Male Survey shows that 75% of men both believe in the institution of marriage and want to be married one day. Further, 84% of men believe it's important that a girlfriend has "wife potential,” which means that when a man takes a woman out on a date, he’s not just thinking about getting her back to his place, he’s thinking about introducing her to his parents. On the whole, our Great Male Survey reveals that guys are looking for much more than just a good time. They’re more interested in Mrs. Right than in Mrs. Right Now.

Romance in relationships

The fairer sex clearly hasn’t cornered the romance market. Our 2009 Great Male Survey reveals that 68% of men believe they have a soul mate. That’s right, more than 2/3 of all guys believe in The One — and exactly the same percentage don’t consider it important that their wives sign a prenuptial agreement, which means that most men are marrying for love and marrying for life.

The 2009 Great Male Survey indicates that, if nothing else, our hearts are in the right place. For example, 81% of men claim they make an effort to be romantic with some regularity — either somewhat often or very often.

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While every guy is different, The 2009 Great Male Survey shows us that the majority of men are looking for relationships with staying power; they’re looking for a woman with character and charisma — a soul mate with sex appeal. Finding all that in one package won’t be easy. Good thing we’re here to help.